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  Demulcent definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
The term "demulcent" refers to an agent, such as an oil, that forms a soothing film when administered onto the surface of a mucous membrane.
A demulcent is meant to relieve the irritation of the inflamed mucous membrane.
For example, a cough syrup may claim to be "a gentle demulcent medicine that will relieve the pain of sore throat." Nothing soothes like a caress (or a demulcent).
www.medterms.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=11142   (152 words)

  
  Demulcent - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Demulcent herbs often have a high content of mucilage, and have been used to soothe and protect irritated or inflamed internal tissues of the body.
A more complete list of plants with demulcent properties is available from Plants for a Future.
This page was last modified 01:02, 8 September 2006.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Demulcent   (73 words)

  
 BubbleScience - Luxury Soaps & Toiletries
It is completely soluble in water and has valuable emollient and demulcent properties.
Emollients form a film that prevents water from exiting the surface and therefore creates a moisturizing barrier.
Demulcent properties, on the other hand, play a major part in soothing and relieving irritation.
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 demulcents
Althaea is demulcent and emollient and was a popular remedy for irritation and inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth and pharynx.
Preparations of linseed are administered for their demulcent action in the treatment of cough.
The seeds, 1 or 2 teaspoonfuls in a tumbler of water, may be taken to increase the bulk of the intestinal contents in the treatment of constipation.
www.herbdatanz.com /demulcents.htm   (1858 words)

  
 Herbal Reference Guide "I"
Used as a demulcent in chronic catarrhs, chronic dysentary and diarrhoea, and as a tonic in dyspepsia, convalescence and exhausting diseases.
It may be freely used in digestive conditions where a demulcent is called for, such as gastritis and ulceration of the stomach and duodenum.
King's suggests its use as "a demulcent in chronic affections of the air passages, chronic diarrhoea and dysentary, scrofula, rickets, enlarged mesenteric glands, irritation of the bladder and kidneys, etc. As a culinary article it may be employed in the preparation of jellies, white soup, blac- mange etc.
crystalgardenherbs.com /HerbRefI.htm   (841 words)

  
 Korean cherry - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
These chemical compounds break down in water to form hydrocyanic acid, an extremely poisonous substance that when taken in very small amount can stimulate respiration and improve digestion.
The kernel of Prunus japonica is highly versatile: it is deobstruent, aperient, demulcent, carminative, diuretic, laxative, hypotensive, ophthalmic and lenitive.
It can also be prescribed for internal use in treating dry constipation, oedema or post-traumatic insomnia.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Korean_cherry   (311 words)

  
 Herbs in Detox
Violet leaf is an alterative, antifungal, demulcent, diuretic, and laxative.
It is a demulcent, laxative, and nutritive and promotes tissue healing, thus soothing irritated tissues of the gastrointestinal tract.
Mullein leaf is a demulcent, diuretic, and a vulnerary.
www.aimthisway.com /herbsindetox.html   (705 words)

  
 Topical demulcent for viral and inflammatory diseases of the skin - Patent 5198217
The present invention describes a composition, comprising tannic acid, licorice root extract, and carrageenan, which acts as a topical demulcent for the relief of discomfort due to skin diseases and disorders.
Glycerin is a viscous hygroscopic liquid which acts as a solvent and demulcent.
In the formulation of the present invention, glycerin is typically present at a concentration of 15-40% v/v: concentrations of glycerin may be varied to achieved over an even broader range to achieve a desired consistency.
www.freepatentsonline.com /5198217.html   (5054 words)

  
 Demulcent - David L. Hoffmann B.Sc. (Hons), M.N.I.M.H. - HealthWorld Online   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
(Hons), M.N.I.M.H. A demulcent herbs have the effect of acting as a protective barrier on irritated or inflamed tissue.
When they are used on the skin demulcents are called emollients.
The experience of demulcency cannot always be explained pharmacologically.
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 Ingredient Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The gum has aphrodisiac, astringent, demulcent properties.Flowers are used as haemorrhoids, and one fruit for snake bite and scorpion sting.
The bark is given as a demulcent, emetic and tonic.
The gum is credited with astringent, tonic, and demulcent properties and is used for dysentery, hemoptysis in pulmonary tuberculosis, influenza and menorrhagia.
www.herbotibet.com /library/herbs/Bombaxceiba.php   (205 words)

  
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Uses: potherb, diuretic, demulcent, emollient, may have chronic toxicity.
Uses: spice, bulk laxative, horse's cure-all, demulcent, aphrodisiac, astringent, emollient, tonic, expectorant, galactagogue, GI irritant.
Uses: nutrient, demulcent, antidepressant, nervine, tonic, antispasmodic, digestive aid, motor ganglial stimulant.
www.okanogan1.com /natural/lifesci/herbal/hrbdata.htm   (2467 words)

  
 Demulcent - Talk Medical
The term "demulcent" refers to an agent, such as an oil, that forms a soothing film when administered onto the surface of a mucous membrane.
A demulcent is meant to relieve the irritation of the inflamed mucous membrane.
For example, a cough syrup may claim to be "a gentle demulcent medicine that will relieve the pain of sore throat." Nothing soothes like a caress (or a demulcent).
www.talkmedical.com /medical-dictionary/3885/Demulcent   (108 words)

  
 Demulcents   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Demulcents work by coating the digestive tract, thereby cutting down on
Further, if the demulcent is a mucilaginous polysaccharide, it
demulcents also have contain compounds that act as immune boosters - not
www.breakingtheviciouscycle.info /knowledge_base/kb/demulcents.htm   (78 words)

  
 demulcent - Definitions from Dictionary.com
a demulcent substance or agent, often mucilaginous, as for soothing or protecting an irritated mucous membrane.
: tending to soothe or soften expectorants which give a protective coating to the throat —Therapeutic Notes>
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 demulcent - OneLook Dictionary Search
demulcent : Encarta® World English Dictionary, North American Edition [home, info]
Demulcent : Online Plain Text English Dictionary [home, info]
Words similar to demulcent: emollient, salving, softening, soothing, more...
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 32     BASSIA ...
Juice has tonic, alterative, astringent, aphrodisiac and laxative properties, dried flowers are demulcent.
unripe fruit are rearded as demulcent and astringent.
terminal bads are nutritive and diuretic toddy is stimulant and antiphlogestic tender kernal is demulcent, nutrient and diuretic.
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 Natural Elixir. Herb encyclopedia
Barbados aloe, Curacao aloe, Aloe vera L. Usage: Aloe Vera juice or gel is a demulcent (used for soothing), emollient (used for mollifying), laxative, and vulnerary (used on wounds).
It is primarily used externally to treat skin problems, especially cuts, abrasions, wounds and burns.
Usage: Marsh-mallow root is a demulcent, diuretic, emollient, and vulnerary.
www.naturalelixir.com /herbs.html   (1260 words)

  
 ACACIA
BODILY INFLUENCE: Anti-inflammatory, Antitussive, Astringent, Bitter, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Mucilant, Pectoral, Sudorific, Tonic.
BODILY INFLUENCE: Antibiotic, Antiphlogistic, Demulcent, Depurative, Discutient, Diuretic, Emollient, Pectoral, Sudorific, Tonic.
BODILY INFLUENCE: Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antiseptic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-syphilitic, Anti-venomous, Aperient, Astringent (mildly), Demulcent, Deobstruent, Depurant, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Mucilant, Parasiticide, Refrigerant, Styptic, Vulnerary.
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 Calamus, Alternatives From Nature
Indications : Calamus, also known as Sweet Flag, is both demulcent and carminative, making it an excellent herb for digestion.
It may be used for ulcers, gas, bloating and poor appetite.
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
www.herbsrainbear.com /encylopedia/calamus.htm   (110 words)

  
 Thayer's - Slippery Elm Lozenges - 150 lozenges
Slippery Elm (Ulmus Fulva) lozenges is a soothing nutritive demulcent which is perfectly suited for sensitive or inflamed mucous membrane linings in the digestive system.
Slippery Elm may be used for irritated mucous membranes, treating diarrhea, colon disorders, gastritis, gastric or duodenal ulcer, enteritis, colitis, sore throats, intestinal ulcers, lung ailments and asthma.
These gently all natural oral demulcents are for temporary relief of minor discomfort and protection of irritated areas in sore mouths and throats.
www.mothernature.com /shop/detail.cfm/sku/40054   (376 words)

  
 FDA > CDRH > CFR Title 21 Database Search
(c) Any single ophthalmic demulcent active ingredient identified in 349.12 or any ophthalmic demulcent combination identified in paragraph (b) of this section may be combined with any single ophthalmic vasoconstrictor identified in 349.18.
When the time intervals or age limitations for administration of the individual ingredients differ, the directions for the combination product may not exceed any maximum dosage limits established for the individual ingredients in the applicable OTC drug monograph.
The labeling of any OTC ophthalmic demulcent drug product provided to health professionals (but not to the general public) may contain instructions for the use of these products in professional eye examinations (i.e.
www.accessdata.fda.gov /scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=349&showFR=1   (2505 words)

  
 LICORICE - Glycyrrhiza glabra
Alexiteric, Alterative, Demulcent, Depurative, Diuretic, Emollient, Expectorant, Pectoral
"Medicinal Action and Uses: The action of Liquorice is demulcent, moderately pectoral and emollient.
It was used primarily as a demulcent, expectorant, antitussive, and mild laxative.
www.raintree-health.co.uk /plants/licorice.html   (897 words)

  
 Dimetapp® FAQ Answers: Wyeth Consumer Healthcare   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The active ingredient is pectin, which is an oral demulcent.
An oral demulcent provides soothing relief of minor discomfort, protects irritated areas in the mouth, and relieves sore throats.
There are no known interactions between pectin and over-the-counter or prescription medications.
www.dimetapp.com /faq/answers3.asp   (227 words)

  
 Tears Naturale Forte Press Release
It has a surface tension close to natural tears, which provides better corneal wettability and helps to ensure minimal disruption of the tear film.
Triple Demulcent Technology, a unique combination of three demulcents — glycerin, dextran 70, and hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC).
This Triple Demulcent Technology slows evaporation the way no single demulcent can.
www.alconlabs.com /corporate/newsreleases/forte.jhtml   (284 words)

  
 Demulcent Sessions, Vol. I - Redsavior   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
As the first release from a new label, Demulcent Sessions, Vol I starts off with a bang.
The unmixed compilation features trance and progressive house from both indie and signed artists.
Redsavior brings his updated tribal sounds to this CD with the track Flow which is basically a prayer to be freed, renewed and used by God.
www.redsavior.com /discography/demulcent1.htm   (125 words)

  
 Planetary Formulas G-O, Mullein Lung Complex, 15 Tablets
Mullein Lung Complex is a premier mullein and wild cherry bark compound.
It combines the demulcent effects of mullein and licorice, the tonifying and soothing characteristics of ophiopogon, platycodon and elecampane, and the pungent qualities of elecampane, ginger, and cinnamon.
Two tablets twice daily, between meals, or as recommended by your health care professional.
www.lifesvigor.com /shopexd.asp?id=51590   (156 words)

  
 Search for Demulcent - Plants For A Future database search
Search for Demulcent - Plants For A Future database search
Demulcent: Soothes, lubricates and softens irritated tissues, especially the mucous membranes.
Ken Fern, Richard Morris, Plants For A Future
www.pfaf.org /database/search_use.php?K[]=Demulcent   (194 words)

  
 Mint - Automatapedia
The song consisted of samples of a police scanner from the movie Speed set to a churning techno beat, and would have been a great soundtrack to a racing-themed video game.
The duo has also recorded songs for several movie sountracks and a more recent song, "The One Before" was included on the Demulcent Sessions Volume 1 compilation, released by the Demulcent Records dance label in 2003.
Various Artists - Demulcent Sessions Volume 1 (Demulcent Records, 2003) - "The One Before"
www.automatapedia.com /index.php?title=Mint   (154 words)

  
 Herbs
Acts as cells proliferate, healer, demulcent and allergy reducer.
Topically it is used for skin ulcers, burns, irritations, and bites.
Useful for arthritis, as a laxative, for infection, as a female tonic, vermifuge, cleansing.
www.luvdragons.ca /herbs1.htm   (3594 words)

  
 Urvesh Psyllium Industries Limited
Psyllium has been used in traditional medicine in India and finds mention in ancient Indian Ayurvedic prescriptions.
Psyllium Husk is used as laxative, demulcent, expectorant, emolient, astringent and in treatment of chronic constipation, colitis, diarrhoea, dysentery, urethritis, cystitis, ulcers, gastritis, Blood Cholesterol LDL Level, High triglycerides, Irritable bowel syndrome.
Recent studies have shown that an intake of 10.2 g of Psyllium Husk per day as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol significantly lower the blood total- and LDL-cholesterol levels.
www.urvesh.com /aboutpsyllium.htm   (787 words)

  
 Malbas / Abutilon indicum: Philippine Medicinal Herbs / Philippine Alternative Medicine
Plant leaves are demulcent; given as decoction for bronchitis, bilious diarrhea, gonorrhea, bladder inflammation, urethritis and fevers.
Decoction also for fomentation over aching body parts for its emollient benefits.
Seeds are demulcent, laxative, expectorant and aphrodisiac; useful for gonorrhea and cystitis.
www.stuartxchange.com /Malbas.html   (139 words)

  
 Saw Palmetto Male Toner Tea - Traditional Medicinals
Nettle and saw palmetto are considered to be mutually enhancing and are often combined in prostate health formulas.
Nettle and saw palmetto are supported in this formula by uva ursi, a urinary antiseptic, althea root, a urinary demulcent, and by ginger, which acts to increase absorption rates thereby reinforcing the actions of the primary herbs in the formula.
Saw Palmetto Male Toner Proprietary Blend: Hibiscus flower, saw palmetto fruit and dry extract, ginger rhizome, nettle root, uva ursi leaf, althea root, stevia leaf, natural lemon flavor, rose hip.
www.tealand.com /SawPalmetto.aspx   (205 words)

  
 86     HELIOTROIUM ...
Root is a valuble alterative, tonic, demulcent, diaphoretic and diuretic,it also possesses the sudorific and alterative properties of jamaica sarasaparilla.
Constituents : Roots contain an alkaloid named hygrosterol seeds yield fixed oil which has sweet taste.
Root is cooling, bitter, tonic, diuretic, demulcent and refrigerant.
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